Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadriprotuberans
ID:
452142

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Yonez.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
J. Phytogeogr. Taxon. 48: 1 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451474



Common Names

  • Mazus quadriprotuberans
  • Quadriprotuberans Mazus
  • Quadriprotuberans


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Description

Mazus quadriprotuberans (also called Four-pointed Mazus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers and a yellow center. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mazus quadriprotuberans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mazus quadriprotuberans has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mazus quadriprotuberans is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mazus quadriprotuberans

Mazus quadriprotuberans is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Mazus quadriprotuberans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mazus quadriprotuberans?

Mazus quadriprotuberans

What is the common name of Mazus quadriprotuberans?

Four-toothed Mazus

Where is Mazus quadriprotuberans native to?

Eastern Asia

Species in the Mazaceae family

References

Nobumichi Yonezawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Yonez.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1018037-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].